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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1925
Page
2
Hartford March 3 The Judiciary committees postponed the hearing on a bill by Senator William A. Redden to appoint a public defender for divorce actions in Fairfield Hartford and New Haven counties.
Ongoing efforts to complete the Harney PD Memorial in South Dakota face delays and high level personnel changes. Authorities report mutilated models of Robert E Lee and an equestrian figure tied to the project, with county investigators pursuing indictments for larceny and vandalism. A new master craftsman is expected to oversee the final carving, ensuring quality and public trust.
Washington predicts a fair and warmer dawn for Inauguration Day with a settled afternoon and possible showers later. Forecasters expect light southeasterly breezes and temperatures around 36 to 40 degrees as ceremonies proceed.
Carl Wilson of Stamford testified in the Criminal Superior court that his alibi for the Thanksgiving Day murder of Henry Redd is true. He said he was in his room and en route to a raccoon hunt in Darien when police captured him, alleging a plot by Edward Townes and Elijah Wright.
Dry grass and shrubs in meadows between Lordship and Stratford caught fire last night. The Stratford fire department responded as the blaze gained headway, residents alarmed by the bright glare reported to the Telegram.
In Hartford a lone senator opposed a bill letting the governor appoint Bridgeport City Court judges, while supporters including Redden Boardman and Rourke hailed the move as removing politics. Proponents cited council endorsement and a 12 to 1 Chamber of Commerce poll in favor. Redden argued the change would align Bridgeport with the Superior court and reduce partisan influence.
Washington dispatch notes the Sixty eighth Congress ends at noon with Republicans taking stronger control and insurgents stripped of powers. Insurgent influence declines while Democrats lose ground in both chambers, ushering a reshaped Senate and House with many new members and retirements.
Alabama readies a centennial celebration for Lafayette visit in 1825. Local gatherings include Tiallan Women’s council at 56 Beach street, Monitor Lodge at 164 State street, Adelphan lodge at 1087 Broad street, Magna Charta lodge, Sons of St. George on Stratford avenue, Harmony council No. 12 at Newfield Building, Tralleymen on Maula street, Knights of the Maccabees at 310 Fairfield avenue, St John’s lodge at Masonic Temple, Colonel Harry Cutler lodge at 1025 Main street, Fioneer camp at 1087 Broad street, Polar Star lodge at 1260 Malin street, Mayflower council at 62 Cannon street, Dorothea Stam at 184 State street, Stationary Engineers at 62 Cannon street, Lincoln circle Lads of the G. 4. T. at 62 Cannon street, Warmy camp Mo Woo A at 1087 Star of the Sea camp, A. M. of 1687 Tiraad street.
Calvin Coolidge rose from Plymouth Vermont birthplace to Amherst College graduate and Massachusetts lawyer. He served Northampton city roles, married Grace Goodhue, held state and city offices, and advanced to Massachusetts senate president before governing as governor and vice president. He became President upon Harding's death and won a historic 1924 election plurality.
Hartford March 8 The Senate endorsed a favorable report on legacy taxes as committees completed work last week. The session, short and orderly, saw emphasis on marriage license bills before the judiciary committee and electric railway measures with several hearings attracting New Haven delegates and Guilford water issues. An agenda item included a $45,009 allocation for a coal trestle and conveyor at the Connecticut Hospital for the Insane and other charter amendments.
A cryptic dialogue fragment features phrases about money and a question on average cross word pugzies, suggesting a puzzle or scribbled note. It mentions ten mill and asks for an average count, with no clear names or concrete events.
During a tense hearing in Westport, Duffy protested police and town actions citing unfair proceedings and lack of proper committee oversight. Women present urged public protest, naming Mrs. Mazzanovich and others as strongly denunciatory. Testimony focused on alleged violence and Duffy’s removal from police headquarters, with calls for a nonpartisan board to review the case.
Senate and House actions include naval omnibus passage with amendments, veterans bureau reform approved in restricted form, and a four hour clash over farm legislation. Senator Towell pushed to attach the McNary-Haugen proposal to the naval measure while farm measures were rejected. Civil War pension provisions and related bills receive attention as committees advance omnibus measures.
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